Strong acquisition by Kent Hughes confirmed as Canadiens prospect ‘has the skill set to succeed’
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A name is quietly rising among the Montreal Canadiens’ prospects.
Those compliments came from Zachary Fucale. The former Montreal Canadiens goaltender shared his thoughts on young forward Zharovsky.
And Fucale pointed to one revealing detail. A fact that says a lot about Zharovsky’s talent.
The youngster was playing on his team’s power play in the KHL at just 18 years old. A rare accomplishment in a professional league.
To be in that situation, he has the abilities”
– Fucale on Alexander Zharovsky
Zach Fucale Confirms Alexander Zharovsky Was a Very Strong Pickup by Kent Hughes
Fucale’s reasoning makes perfect sense. Entrusting a 17- or 18-year-old with power-play duties in the KHL is almost unheard of.
A coach doesn’t make that decision lightly. The talent has to be undeniable to earn that kind of trust.
Zharovsky was selected 34th overall in the 2025 NHL Draft. A second-round pick the Canadiens are heavily invested in today, and one that is quickly starting to look like a steal for Montreal.
Fucale’s comments add even more credibility to those who are already saying Zharovsky is a home run.
A former member of the organization who understands the development process appears to agree.
Zharovsky is already fitting in very well with the group.
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